Nikon L31 vs Sony T90
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Nikon L31 vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Released February 2009

Nikon L31 vs Sony T90 Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Nikon L31 and Sony T90, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the L31 (16MP) and T90 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L31 was launched 5 years later than the T90 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the L31 matches up versus the T90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L31 vs Sony T90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L31 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L31 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Sony T90
L31 | T90 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 72 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Nikon L31
T90 | L31 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L31 and Sony T90
L31 | T90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Nikon L31 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L31 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L31 and Sony T90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the L31 and the T90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L31 and T90 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L31 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The graphic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L31 and T90.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon L31 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent L31 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon L31 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L31 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L31 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L31 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 148 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $259 |